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stepping up



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Römer said he was considering stepping up security measures at his house.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

“We are stepping up patrols of the property to be safe,” Duron said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026

She's visibly stepping up how AI is helping her bring in new clients, and making sure she's being credited for it.

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Projects have included blocking irrigation canals to help restore wetlands, strengthening firefighting capabilities, and stepping up efforts to prevent accidental human ignitions.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 6, 2026

“Hey,” I said, this time stepping up next to him.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover


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